Savannah, GA – Fatal Motorcycle Crash at Abercorn St & Middleground Rd
Savannah, GA (June 1, 2021) – At 6:45 a.m. on the morning of Monday, May 31, a fatal motorcycle crash occurred at an intersection in Savannah.
According to Savannah Police, the accident happened at the intersection of Abercorn Street and Middleground Road. A motorcycle and an Acura TSX collided with each other when the Acura attempted to make a left turn. The motorcyclist was immediately thrown from the bike.
Paramedics and numerous other responders were dispatched to the scene. The motorcyclist, who has been identified as a 50-year-old man, was taken to a local hospital for treatment of severe injuries. He later passed away at the hospital.
The roadway was blocked at the intersection for some time.
No further details have been released but the investigation continues.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Motorcycle Accidents in Georgia
In 2018, approximately 154 motorcyclists were killed in Georgia motorcycle accidents, while many others were injured due to the reckless acts of others. The unfortunate reality is that motorcyclists are some of the most at-risk parties on our roads due to the fact that they have few protections from harm. It is never easy to face the loss of a loved one who has been taken too soon from you due to an accident. If you have suffered these losses, you should be prepared to seek the help of an attorney.
The aftermath of a Georgia motorcycle accident might be one of the most challenging things that you have ever dealt with, especially if you have suffered the loss of a loved one. As you grieve the sudden loss of a loved one, you may wonder how you will ever afford to pay the bills that pile up against you. Having an attorney on your side can help you with many aspects of your claim, from meeting deadlines to gathering the evidence you need to move forward. If you have lost a loved one and wonder where you can turn, you should speak with a Georgia wrongful death attorney as soon as possible.
At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC, our attorneys have aggressively fought to protect the rights of those who have lost loved ones in motorcycle accidents. We believe that you have every right to hold a party liable for the harm that they have caused you in the event of an accident. You and your family may be feeling alone and confused but you have many options under Georgia law. Please do not hesitate to contact a Georgia accident attorney that you can trust at (888) 579-1790.
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Disclaimer: At Kenneth S. Nugent, PC Attorneys at Law, we are always looking to improve the quality and safety of our state and have been saddened by the outcome of many accidents across Georgia. We hope to inform those in our community about these accidents in the hopes that they will work to avoid serious Georgia accidents in the future. These posts are not to be taken as a solicitation for business. The information within should never be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We hope that all involved in these accidents will receive a speedy recovery.